Average Ratings 6 Ratings
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Description
Open edX is an open-source learning management system and course authoring platform originally developed by Harvard and MIT in 2012. Now stewarded by Axim Collaborative, a nonprofit founded by its original creators, it powers online learning for over 140 million learners across 196 countries.
Deployed by universities (Stanford, Arizona State University), enterprises (Google, Microsoft, IBM, AWS, McKinsey), government and international organizations (NASA, IMF, Amnesty International), and training providers worldwide, it supports online campuses, instructor-led programs, MOOCs, professional certifications, and corporate training at any scale.
Released under AGPLv3 and Apache 2.0 with no licensing fees, the platform is built on Python/Django, containerized via Docker, deployed using Tutor, and supports Kubernetes for production environments.
The project follows a biannual named release cycle, delivering two major community upgrades each year. The latest stable release is Verawood (June 2026), the 22nd named release. Each release brings new features, security updates, and community contributions.
Key capabilities include built-in course authoring via Studio, XBlock architecture for custom interactive content, LTI 1.3 Advantage Complete certification, SCORM and xAPI support, native iOS and Android apps, analytics powered by Apache Superset and ClickHouse, eCommerce, SAML/OAuth/OIDC single sign-on, and REST APIs.
A global network of verified service providers across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas offers professional hosting, implementation, customization, and support through the official Open edX Marketplace.
Description
Scoblade functions as a cloud-based platform for SCORM course delivery and licensing, catering to eLearning publishers, course developers, and training providers. This innovative solution allows teams to upload courses just once and seamlessly distribute them to various SCORM-compatible learning management systems, all while overseeing customer access and managing different course versions from a unified dashboard. Administrators benefit from the ability to publish updates or revert to previous versions without requiring customers to re-import course files, thus streamlining the workflow. Additionally, its reporting tools grant insights into learner engagement, completion rates, scores, and overall usage across different organizations. Tools for course testing and troubleshooting assist operators in ensuring smooth deployments. Scoblade is compatible with SCORM 1.2 and SCORM 2004, providing features like encrypted content storage, robust access controls, and CDN-based content delivery. This platform is particularly valuable for organizations involved in licensing and distributing training content through external learning management systems, effectively enhancing the efficiency of their training processes. By utilizing Scoblade, organizations can simplify their content management while improving the overall learning experience for their users.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Accredible
Yes
BigBlueButton
Yes
Cornerstone SumTotal
Yes
Credly
Yes
Google Workspace
Yes
HealthStream Learning Management System
No
Juno Journey
Yes
Mettl Online Exam Platform
Yes
Mettl Remote Proctoring
Yes
Microsoft Teams
Yes
Integrations
Accredible
No
BigBlueButton
No
Cornerstone SumTotal
No
Credly
No
Google Workspace
No
HealthStream Learning Management System
Yes
Juno Journey
No
Mettl Online Exam Platform
No
Mettl Remote Proctoring
No
Microsoft Teams
No
Pricing Details
Free (open source, self-hosted
Open edX is free and open-source (AGPLv3 / Apache 2.0). No licensing fees. Organizations handle hosting and maintenance either self-managed or through a service provider. Managed hosting costs vary by provider - see the Open edX Marketplace.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
$99/mo
Monthly plans that scale with usage
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Axim Collaborative
Founded
2012
Country
United States
Website
openedx.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
Scoblade
Founded
2025
Country
United States
Website
scoblade.com
Product Features
Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Academic / Education
Yes
Asynchronous Learning
Yes
Blended Learning
Yes
Built-In Course Authoring
Yes
Corporate / Business
Yes
Customizable
Yes
Gamification
Yes
Learner Portal
Yes
Mobile Learning
Yes
Open Source
Yes
SCORM Compliance
Yes
Synchronous Learning
Yes
Video Conferencing
Yes
eCommerce
Yes
eLearning Companies
Yes